The next generation of local lifeguards has been given a funding boost by a Tauranga school.
Today, ACG Tauranga announced it will become the primary sponsor of the Mount Maunganui Lifeguard Service's (MMLS) Nippers programme for the 2017/2018 season.
Principal Shawn Hutchinson said both organisations were deeply committed to education and building bright futures.
"Both MMLS and ACG Tauranga value their place in the local community and are striving to meet the needs of a growing region," he said.
"As a school, we believe in education, service and community, and we're proud to partner with a local organisation that shares these values and contributes so much to the area."